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TradingView review

TradingView earns a PlatformScore of 62/100. It rates strongest for value for money and ease of use. Entry cost is $0-239.95/mo with a free tier available. Prop-firm support is rated Moderate (Tradovate). Free tier; Essential $14.95/mo, Plus $34.95, Premium $69.95, Ultimate $239.95 (annual ~13-14% cheaper). Frequent 40-80% off sales. CAVEAT: low complaint-site scores are billing/support, not the product (which users love + rate ~4.5 on app stores). Multi-source + editorial offset this.

62/ 100 PlatformScore

Best for: budget-conscious traders and beginners.

How TradingView scores

Value9.0
Order Flow3.0
Automation4.0
Ease of Use9.0
Broker/Data6.5
Prop-Firm5.5
Community6.5

Specs at a glance

PlatformScore62/100
Price (from)$0-239.95/mo
Free tierYes
Lifetime licenseNo
Prop-firm supportModerate (Tradovate)
Data feedsbroker-routed (Tradovate etc.), exchange add-ons
Runs onWeb/Windows/Mac/mobile
Mobile appYes
Crypto tradingYes
Community6.5/10 (1205 reviews)

Pros & cons

Pros
  • Genuinely usable free tier
  • Easy to learn and get started
  • Excellent value for money
Cons
  • Order-flow tooling isn't as deep as dedicated footprint platforms
  • Automation and backtesting lag the algo-focused platforms
  • Prop-firm support is narrower than the top options

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Frequently asked questions

Is TradingView good for prop firms?

TradingView has Moderate prop-firm support via Tradovate. It's confirmed compatible with Apex, Topstep, Elite Trader Funding, and more.

Is TradingView free?

Yes — TradingView offers a free tier, with paid plans starting at $0-239.95/mo.

How much does TradingView cost?

TradingView is priced from $0-239.95/mo.

Is TradingView good for beginners?

Yes — with an ease-of-use rating of 9.0/10, TradingView is one of the more beginner-friendly futures platforms.

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